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ap·ply / əˈplī/ • v. (-plies, -plied) 1. [intr.] make a formal application or request: you need to apply to the local authorities for a grant. ∎ put oneself forward formally as a candidate for a job: she had applied for a number of positions. 2. [intr.] be applicable or relevant: normal rules apply. 3. [tr.] put or spread (something) on a surface: the sealer can be applied to new wood. ∎ administer: smooth over with a cloth, applying even pressure. 4. (apply oneself) give one's full attention to a task; work hard. 5. [tr.] bring or put into operation or practical use: the oil industry has failed to apply appropriate standards of care. |
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"apply." The Oxford Pocket Dictionary of Current English. 2009. Encyclopedia.com. 1 Jun. 2012 <http://www.encyclopedia.com>. "apply." The Oxford Pocket Dictionary of Current English. 2009. Encyclopedia.com. (June 1, 2012). http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1O999-apply.html "apply." The Oxford Pocket Dictionary of Current English. 2009. Retrieved June 01, 2012 from Encyclopedia.com: http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1O999-apply.html |
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apply XIV. — OF. apl(o)ier :- L. applicāre, f. AP- + plicāre fold.
Hence appliance XVI. |
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T. F. HOAD. "apply." The Concise Oxford Dictionary of English Etymology. 1996. Encyclopedia.com. 1 Jun. 2012 <http://www.encyclopedia.com>. T. F. HOAD. "apply." The Concise Oxford Dictionary of English Etymology. 1996. Encyclopedia.com. (June 1, 2012). http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1O27-apply.html T. F. HOAD. "apply." The Concise Oxford Dictionary of English Etymology. 1996. Retrieved June 01, 2012 from Encyclopedia.com: http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1O27-apply.html |
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"apply." Oxford Dictionary of Rhymes. 2007. Encyclopedia.com. 1 Jun. 2012 <http://www.encyclopedia.com>. "apply." Oxford Dictionary of Rhymes. 2007. Encyclopedia.com. (June 1, 2012). http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1O233-apply.html "apply." Oxford Dictionary of Rhymes. 2007. Retrieved June 01, 2012 from Encyclopedia.com: http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1O233-apply.html |
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